Robert Andrew Free
also known as R. Andrew Free, Andrew Free
About Robert
Biography
I advise and represent a wide variety of individuals and organizations in immigration cases, federal civil rights matters, labor and employment cases, government transparency and accountability under federal and state sunshine laws, First Amendment issues, and class and collective actions.
My practice focuses on providing timely, high-quality representation with rates and payment plans working people can afford.
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Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
15 years | 300 cases
15 years | 40 cases
15 years | 15 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
20%-40%
15 %
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Tennessee for 14 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2011
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025
Location
The Law Office of R. Andrew Free
2004 8th Avenue South, Nashville, TN, 37204
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Robert Andrew Free's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Janet | June 13, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
Recent Johnson Ruling & Inmate Civil Rights
Though Attorney Free was not admitted to practice for our specific legal needs in Texas and Ohio, he was helpful, patient and took his time to review with us the information. He also personally followed-up and made recommendations for alternate legal options - something really rather refreshing. ...
Posted by Chris | March 18, 2015
Sincerely caring profesional
My civil rights where violated a few years ago. I could not find an Attorney. I contacted Andrew, even though it was not an immigration case; He took immediate action to help me and then found Attorneys' who handled the specific area's of law my case required. He spent countless hours helping me. He...
Posted by Janet | December 10, 2014
I recommend Mr. Free
Mr. Free met with me and my family and he took a lot of time to listen, we had to translate all questions and answers and he had a lot of patience. He went through all the options with us and took extra time to make sure we understood. He is an excellent lawyer, he is passionate and sincere.
Posted by Leah | November 4, 2014
Above and Beyond!
Andrew was referred to me by Justice for our Neighbors, where he serves as a board member. From our first encounter, he was easy to contact and incredibly approachable. I introduced him to a refugee family who needed his legal assistance, and he was so kind and patient in dealing with their needs, wo...
Posted by Frances | August 10, 2014
Strong recommendation
Andrew Free represented me in a case where I was seeking access to public records about a matter of public interest. I was greatly impressed with the quality of the representation. Mr. Free developed effective plans, produced excellent legal documents within quite challenging deadlines, kept me adv...
Robert Andrew Free's Lawyer Endorsements
"I got to know Andrew when he shared office space with my firm for a couple of years. He is hands-down one of, if not the, top immigration attorney in the country. Andrew is extremely intelligent, very knowledgeable on all immigration issues, and very passionate about his work for immigrants. He is very aggressive, client-focused and success-oriented while always bearing ethics in mind. There is a very simple reason why so many attorneys refer immigration cases to Andrew – he is the best! I highly endorse this lawyer."
"One of the absolute best. Exceptional attention to detail, service next to none. I endorse this lawyer."
"Aggressive and determined. I endorse this lawyer."
"Andrew Free is the lawyer I turn to when an immigrant client's civil rights have been violated. He is passionate about standing up for immigrants and getting to the truth. Andrew has a great reputation in the Nashville legal community, and I have no hesitation in endorsing his services."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Andrew is a creative, dedicated, and brilliant attorney. He fights to the end for every single client. Couldn't recommend him more highly."
"I am pleased to endorse this lawyer without reservation. Mr. Free is highly respected in the legal community, and he is widely considered to be among the best immigration attorneys in all of Tennessee. I strongly recommend him."
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"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A top-notch attorney, highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse Danie. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Andrew is a very passionate advocate for immigrants. Andrew has been zealously representing people with their immigration appeals and fights the good fight for the immigrants in the community. He is a bright legal researcher and writer and I endorse his work in the field of immigration appeals. We need more attorneys like Andrew who will fight for and protect the rights of immigrants and allow them a standing chance against the government."
"I endorse this lawyer. Andrew is a dedicated and brilliant champion for civil rights. If I need a litigator who knows immigration, he's the first person I call."
"Mr. Free is a brilliant, aggressive attorney. I strongly recommend him."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.
Censured issued in TN, 2025
updated on 08/28/2025When an attorney is censured it means he or she did something wrong but may still practice law. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Publicly Censured issued in TN, 2025
updated on 09/02/2025This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Censured issued in TN, 2024
updated on 02/25/2025When an attorney is censured it means he or she did something wrong but may still practice law. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Honors
2010
Bennett Douglas Bell Memorial Prize, Vanderbilt University Law School
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Of Counsel, Barrett, Johnston, Martin & Garrison, LLC
2011 - 2013
Litigation Counsel, Ozment Law
2010 - 2011
Law Clerk, Ozment Law
2009 - 2010
Legal Intern, Vanderbilt University General Counsel's Office
2009 - 2009
Summer Associate, Winston & Strawn, LLP
2008 - 2008
Law Clerk, Holland & Knight
2008 - 2008
Community Services Team Intern, Holland & Knight
2006 - 2007
Paralegal, Siskind Susser Immigration Lawyers
2005 - 2006
Legal Assistant, Siskind Susser Immigration Lawyers
Associations
2014 - Present
AILA Federal Court Litigation Steering CommitteeMember
2013 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
National Police Accountability ProjectMember
2011 - Present
National Lawyers Guild, National Immigration ProjectMember
2011 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (MidSouth chapter)Member
2007 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - 2013
Harry Phillips American Inn of CourtAssociate Member
2011 - 2014
American Bar AssociationChair - Committee on the Rights of Immigrants
Sample of Legal Cases
BIA Reversal of Immigration Judge
Settled
Records released - Attorney Fees paid by the Government
Settled
Settled
Settled
Settled
Education
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2015
2015
2013
Motions to Suppress in Immigration Court
2013
Cordwood and Consequences
2012
2012
2011
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Do I have to identify myself to an officer if I'm not driving or if I haven't broke any laws ?
17 Aug 2014
Can you sue the police dept for neglect in handling an investigation of death of a family member?
06 Aug 2014
Wrongful arrest and false imprisonment
04 Jan 2014